Troops of the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Military have intercepted suspected terrorist logistics couriers and recovered ammunition in Kogi state.
The operation adopted a sequence of intelligence-driven efforts carried out over three months to disrupt terrorist actions within the brigade’s space of accountability.
On March 29, troops deployed alongside the Jamata–Owara street in Lokoja native authorities space intercepted a suspect conveying gadgets on a bike.
The Military stated the motorbike had been modified with a hid compartment for transporting ammunition.
The suspect was linked to identified terrorist components, prompting follow-up operations. The troopers additionally arrested Mathew Elisha, also referred to as Nasara, described as a high-profile ammunition courier on a safety watch listing.
In a separate operation on April 20, troopers mounted a checkpoint alongside the Obajana–Kabba street in Lokoja native authorities space.
The troops intercepted a Toyota bus conveying two suspects travelling from Makurdi to Obajana. The suspects have been recognized as Zubairu Abubakar and Adamu Abubakar Abdullahi.
A search of the automobile led to the restoration of 314 rounds of seven.62mm particular ammunition. The troopers additionally recovered three AK-47 magazines hid behind the motive force’s seat.
Different gadgets recovered embrace cellphones, a driver’s licence, a nationwide identification quantity slip and an id card. The suspects and recovered gadgets have been handed over to the 12 Army Intelligence Brigade.
The Military stated the operations spotlight efforts to disrupt terrorist logistics networks and limit their motion.